Distressed to Joyful; Bailey's Way

Tune in as our host, Bailey Reber, discusses what it was like when she first began therapy 9 years ago verses what therapy is like now. Hear how her perspective of therapy has changed over the years as well as how she's benefited greatly from her years of attending sessions. With her therapist by her side, she's been able to learn how to successfully manage her bipolar disorder. WEBSITE: https://w...

Tune in as our host, Bailey Reber, spills the beans on her past problems with anger. Having bipolar disorder means that she often feels things at a stronger intensity, which means her anger can sometimes be intense. She discusses not only how feeling angry is natural, she also leaves you with helpful tips and tricks on how to help manage your own anger based on tools that helped her manage hers. W...

Welcome to Season Two of Distressed to Joyful; Bailey's Way Podcast! In this episode, our host, Bailey Reber, discusses the new and exciting things to come in this season. She also breaks down the year 2020 - what is wasn't and what it WAS...while leaving you with a little challenge to complete on your own time.  WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.wordpress.com/ SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybail...

Tune in as Bailey discusses her issues with the holidays in the past and why they've not always been very "merry and bright". Listen as she encourages you to break-free of any miserable holiday traditions that you've been painfully enduring for far too long. Your mental health matters and should be put first, always. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/12/10/episode-22-uhm-happy-holid...

Tune in as host, Bailey Reber, gets real and personal on the darker side of bipolar disorder. Listen to her perspective to understand what it's like to live with bipolar 2 disorder...or just to hear the voice of someone who struggles in life sometimes, just like everyone does. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2020/12/09/episode-21-what-the-hell-is-going-on-show-notes/   WEBSITE: https:/...

In this episode, listen to Bailey discuss the importance of having a regular routine and why it's especially important for those of us who have bipolar disorder to participate in one on a daily basis. You'll hear a bunch of wonderful, healthy options of items to add into a routine when first starting out, as well as the best way to get your very first routine put into practice. SHOW NOTES: https:/...

Go ahead and hit that "play" button to hear our host, Bailey Reber, speak some wonderful truths about bipolar disorder that you've likely never heard before.  SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2020/11/26/episode-19-what-no-one-ever-told-you-about-bipolar-disorder-show-notes/   WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/the-podcast/   INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_...

Join our host, Bailey Reber, as she reviews the warning signs that often occur when you're in the midst of a toxic relationship - whether that be romantic or your relationship with your family. Hear her discuss some real-life examples to help you learn when it's time to free yourself from negativity and walk away. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2020/11/19/episode-18-red-flags-in-roman...

Do you know have some "friends" who don't treat you right? Or any who try to take advantage of your generosity on a regular basis? Tune into this episode to hear real-life examples of "friends" who weren't actually friends to Bailey. Learn when to start paying closer attention to people's hidden agendas based upon their actions and when it's time for you to walk away. SHOW NOTES: https://whatishey...

The last of a three-part series where our host, Bailey Reber, discusses how she wishes that her family would've reacted to her diagnosis with bipolar disorder. She hopes that her perspective on how she was/wasn't treated after being diagnosed will help others understand how their own actions affect those around them. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2020/11/02/episode-16-part-three-fami...

Part Two of a three-part series on maintaining healthy relationships with those who have bipolar disorder. Our host, Bailey Reber, gets very vulnerable while discussing a past toxic romantic relationship verses how different it is to be in a healthy one now. Tune in to learn the major differences between the two plus what you can expect when dating someone who has bipolar disorder. SHOW NOTES: htt...

Friendships aren't always easy, especially when one of the parties is a little bit different than the rest. Having a mental health disorder, such as bipolar disorder, can make navigating friendships a little more difficult although it can be done! Our host, Bailey, dives deep into what she's learned in order to help keep the relationships with her friends strong and healthy.  SHOW NOTES: https://w...

Part two of the two-part series where our host, Bailey Reber, reviews stigmas that surround bipolar disorder. Learn the truth behind these myths about people diagnosed with bipolar disorder while also gaining an understanding of the world from someone else's perspective.  SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2020/08/04/stop-the-stigmas/   WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/ SOCIAL: ht...

Bailey reviews one big, very important detail that she accidentally left out in Episode 12: STOP the Stigmas! Tune in to learn some valuable information in regards to why letting someone learn hard lessons on their own is one of the greatest gifts of all. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2020/08/04/episode-12-show-notes/   WEBSITE: https://whati sheybailsdoing.com/  SOCIAL: https://www....

The stigmas that surround mental health are one of the biggest reasons why people choose to NOT get help, even when they know they really need it. Tune in as our host, Bailey Reber, goes deep into this unfamiliar and often "touchy" topic. Learn about some of the myths regarding bipolar disorder in this two-part segment while learning to understand how these common misconceptions are dangerous. SHO...

How does alcohol affect someone diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder? Well, the word "positive" is far from the answer to that question... Tune in as our host, Bailey Reber, recalls how alcohol affected her mood as well as the manic/depressive swings during her younger days. She dives deeper into the topic by providing research and facts while also encouraging those currently struggling with the disord...

Warning: the contents of this episode contain many controversial opinions as well as many scientific facts sprinkled among them. Please keep in mind that the topic discussed contains my opinions based upon my personal experiences with marijuana and the experiences of others that I've observed. Listen at your own risk. SHOW NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2020/07/13/episode-10-show-notes/   W...

We all know that we're not supposed to drink until we're legally allowed to by the United States government at age 21, but does anyone actually know why? Tune in as Bailey dives deep into the realities of underage drinking. She discusses the dangers associated with it while recounting shocking events that entailed as she discovered alcohol while just 16 years old. Learn how underage drinking can h...

Have you ever done something in the heat-of-the-moment that caused some pretty negative consequences once it was all over with? Did you cause some unnecessary pain towards someone else and regret your actions later? Tune in as Bailey recounts some not-so-thought-through actions she took after the breakup, the consequences following and what she wishes she would have done instead. Plus, learn some...

Bailey recounts what life was like for her shortly after losing her virginity to the "love of her life" AKA her high school boyfriend. Mistakes were made regarding sex.. Learn what she knows now that she wish she would've known back then to help lessen the pain of this experience. Learn how one painfully negative experience can set off a dark, lonely bipolar disorder episode. Plus, understand the...

Wow, I feel GREAT! I'm having so much fun. I am loving life! I'm going to go everywhere and do so many things! Wait… Where did all of this energy come from? Bailey recounts her first memorable mixed bipolar episode where euphoria set in. Hear about how it made her feel, how it affected how she acted in the moment and the consequences brought on afterwards. Learn helpful tips on ways to give yourse...

Depression starts to kick in for Bailey and it hits her HARD. Tune in as she recounts being a 16-year-old that begins to suffer from depression as part of her bipolar disorder while not even realizing it. Learn how to spot the signs so that you can help someone in your life who may be on a similar path. Also, learn ways in which to help keep yourself from spiraling down once you realize you may be...

What was it like to be a high school kid who has just been diagnosed with bipolar disorder back in 2010? Bailey discusses her experience telling her friends and her boyfriend at the time about her recent diagnosis and how things seemed to suddenly change for her. Learn better ways to approach opening up to your friends and loved ones about your struggles so that you can skip the heartache and pain...

Bailey recounts what it was like to be a scared, young high school kid who just wanted to feel "normal". She knew something wasn't right and worked up the courage to tell her parents that she wanted to seek professional help. Learn what it was like for her to see a mental health professional for the very first time, how she felt before, during and after and how her bipolar disorder diagnosis chang...

I've heard of bipolar disorder, but what exactly is it? And how does it affect people? Join host, Bailey Reber, as she breaks down the details of bipolar disorder while encouraging those who are considering seeking help to do so. Learn what type of bipolar disorder Bailey was diagnosed with and options for success when choosing a psychiatrist for the first time. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsd...